Eid-ul-Adha was celebrated with religious fervour across Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday, as thousands of worshippers gathered at mosques and Eidgahs to offer prayers and spread the message of brotherhood, communal harmony, and peaceful coexistence.
Large congregations were witnessed at several places across the Union Territory, including Jammu, Budgam, Banihal, Shopian, and Kupwara.
In Budgam, Anjuman-e-Sharie Shian President, Aga Syed Hassan Mosavi Al-Safavi, said that large gatherings offered Eid-ul-Adha prayers at the Markazi Imambada and prayed for peace and prosperity in the region.
Extending greetings to the
Islamic world on the occasion, he said, ?Along with humanity across the world, I extend my respectful greetings to the Islamic community on this blessed day. Today is a day that teaches us the lesson of compassion, sacrifice, and humanity.?
In Jammu, thousands of devotees gathered at Eidgah Jammu to offer Eid prayers. Worshippers highlighted the importance of communal harmony and peaceful coexistence on the occasion.
A local resident said, ?On the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all Muslims. I pray to Allah that Eid continues to bring happiness every year and that we all live together with love, peace, and affection.?